Quebec families need more bereavement support after late-term pregnancy loss, MNA says – CTV
October 08, 2025
Quebec families experiencing late-term pregnancy loss need more support from the government, including emotional and financial help, according to Quebec Liberal (PLQ) MNA Désirée McGraw.
The representative for Notre-Dame-de-Grâce said Wednesday that she sent a request to the Committee on Economy and Labour for a mandate to improve aid to grieving parents.
In particular, McGraw argues that parents who suffer a loss in the first 19 weeks of pregnancy are not entitled to the same leave and benefits offered to those who experience a termination after the 20th week.
“As legislators, we must reevaluate the support offered to these families facing an unspeakable human tragedy,” she said. “I hope that the Commission will agree to look into this issue to find solutions.”
As it stands, according to Quebec’s Parental Insurance Plan (QPIP), in the event of a pregnancy loss, a person may be entitled to:
maternity benefits or exclusive benefits to the person experiencing pregnancy or childbirth.
exclusive benefits to the woman or the person experiencing pregnancy or childbirth, in the case of a surrogacy project.
